Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pineapple Chicken Tacos, a quick and easy recipe that perfectly balances sweet and savory. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these tacos feature juicy chicken marinated in a tangy sauce, complemented by a fresh pineapple salsa. Each bite delivers a delightful explosion of taste, making them a hit with family and friends. Plus, they come together in just 35 minutes, so you can enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you serve them at a taco bar or as the star of your dinner table, these flavorful tacos are sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, sriracha mayo, lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Add cubed chicken and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare salsa: In another bowl, combine diced pineapple, red bell pepper, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Warm tortillas: Heat tortillas using your preferred method (skillet or microwave).
- Assemble tacos: Fill tortillas with cabbage slaw, cooked chicken, and pineapple salsa. Add any desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 250g total)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg